Episode
#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
1:06:26
Published: Mon Nov 18 2019
Description
Brian is the Creative Director at Power Speed Endurance. We all breathe, but are we doing it right? The breath controls much more than we might realise and today Brian takes us through just how crucial proper breathing technique is to our health, performance, cognition and mood. Extra Stuff: Check out PSE - https://powerspeedendurance.com/ Check out The State App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/state-breathing/id1449322496 Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
Laird Hamilton discusses how he discovered the benefits of breath work and how it can translate to exercise performance.
00:00 - 04:37 (04:37)
Summary
Laird Hamilton discusses how he discovered the benefits of breath work and how it can translate to exercise performance. He also talks about the importance of community and surrounding yourself with people who challenge and motivate you.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The way we organize our spine is dependent on our diaphragm and breathing patterns.
04:37 - 12:46 (08:09)
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The way we organize our spine is dependent on our diaphragm and breathing patterns. Poor breathing habits lead to poor performance and can activate the sympathetic nervous system unnecessarily.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The neocortex of the brain is responsible for storytelling and emotional reactions, while specific areas of the brain control tasks such as breath control and oxygen efficiency for activities like free diving.
12:46 - 20:14 (07:27)
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The neocortex of the brain is responsible for storytelling and emotional reactions, while specific areas of the brain control tasks such as breath control and oxygen efficiency for activities like free diving. The lungs are the only part of the body we can consciously control and adapt to different environments with high CO2 tolerance.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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This podcast discusses the benefits of using breath control techniques, and encourages the use of up-regulatory activities such as cold plunges to improve mental health.
20:14 - 25:46 (05:31)
Summary
This podcast discusses the benefits of using breath control techniques, and encourages the use of up-regulatory activities such as cold plunges to improve mental health.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The state app is a tool that provides users with protocols to improve their breath control and increase their CO2 tolerance in a focused and calm state.
25:46 - 31:47 (06:01)
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The state app is a tool that provides users with protocols to improve their breath control and increase their CO2 tolerance in a focused and calm state. The app includes post-training or pre-bed downshifting for users.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
PodcastModern Wisdom
The movement practices of athletes are customized based on their emotional pattern, athleticism, and performance needs.
31:47 - 37:57 (06:10)
Summary
The movement practices of athletes are customized based on their emotional pattern, athleticism, and performance needs. Optimal performance is achieved by connecting and setting off certain patterns in athletes.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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Multicellular organisms learned how to use oxygen and convert sunlight into energy.
37:57 - 43:16 (05:18)
Summary
Multicellular organisms learned how to use oxygen and convert sunlight into energy. Aerobic metabolism is the most efficient way to use energy.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The transcribed podcast discusses the racism faced by Olympians of color, including the term "black mouth" used to describe the appearance of certain athletes' mouths.
43:16 - 47:36 (04:20)
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The transcribed podcast discusses the racism faced by Olympians of color, including the term "black mouth" used to describe the appearance of certain athletes' mouths. The conversation also touches on the recent accomplishment of Eliud Kipchoge in running a sub-two-hour marathon and the effect of historical context on athletic achievements.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The speaker talks about his experience with sleep apnea and how it affected his speech and energy levels.
47:37 - 50:23 (02:45)
Summary
The speaker talks about his experience with sleep apnea and how it affected his speech and energy levels. He also mentions the lack of recess for kids and how it affects their behavior.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The speaker highlights the ability of indigenous people to navigate the land with limited resources and compares it to our reliance on technology, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with nature.
50:24 - 55:15 (04:50)
Summary
The speaker highlights the ability of indigenous people to navigate the land with limited resources and compares it to our reliance on technology, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with nature.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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The Art of Breath is a tool that helps athletes and individuals improve their well-being and performance by teaching them how to breathe properly.
55:15 - 1:02:13 (06:58)
Summary
The Art of Breath is a tool that helps athletes and individuals improve their well-being and performance by teaching them how to breathe properly. The program focuses on breathing techniques, physical movement, and mindfulness practices that can lead to increased mental and physical resilience.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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Incorporating breathing exercises into your meditative practice can bring it to the next level.
1:02:13 - 1:05:28 (03:15)
Summary
Incorporating breathing exercises into your meditative practice can bring it to the next level. Using apps like State can help you find the rhythms that work best for you.
Episode#121 - Brian Mackenzie - How To Breathe Properly
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Brian Mackenzie discusses the importance of tracking sleep patterns and how practices such as breathwork and the use of wearable technology can improve the quality of sleep.
1:05:29 - 1:06:12 (00:42)
Summary
Brian Mackenzie discusses the importance of tracking sleep patterns and how practices such as breathwork and the use of wearable technology can improve the quality of sleep.